2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |